2026 Masters Round 2 Viewing Guide: McIlroy Tied for Lead Heading into Friday

McIlroy Sets Pace After Strong Opening Round

Rory McIlroy opened the 2026 Masters with a commanding 5-under 67, sharing the lead with Sam Burns heading into Friday's second round at Augusta National. The defending champion showcased excellent form with six birdies, including a crucial three-birdie streak on the back nine.

Complete Viewing Coverage

Friday's second round offers extensive viewing options, with ESPN providing television coverage from 3:00-7:30 p.m. ET. For early-morning action, comprehensive streaming begins at 8:30 a.m. ET across multiple platforms including Masters.com, Amazon Prime Video, and Paramount+.

Key Streaming Features

- Featured Groups: 9:15 a.m.-7:30 p.m. across multiple platforms - Amen Corner Coverage: 10:45 a.m.-6:00 p.m. focusing on holes 11-13 - Finishing Holes: 11:45 a.m.-7:00 p.m. covering holes 15-16

Leaderboard Battle Intensifies

The chase pack includes Jason Day, Patrick Reed, and Kurt Kitayama tied at 3-under. Just one shot back, a formidable group featuring World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, Justin Rose, and Shane Lowry positions Friday as a potential turning point in this year's tournament narrative.